Film Pre-Production and Production
Subject Overview
Within pre-production, students will explore as many roles as possible with regard to both the pre-production and production phases. Storyboarding will also examined as an important pre-production tool for the director. Students will also learn about and participate in the production process, being introduced to the various roles involved with making a film, film set protocol, call sheet and the crew call. A variety of guest speakers from the film industry will talk about the roles and meet the students during this subject.
Learning Outcomes
- Recall and describe filmmaking roles involved in the filmmaking process across pre- production and production; clearly describing in detail at least one filmmaking role
- Demonstrate work-ready skills with regard to time management in relation to ‘on set’ protocol
- Recall and accurately explain at least one piece of camera or grip equipment and describe the effect that piece of equipment achieves when being used.
- Develop a basic shot list that demonstrates an understanding of camera angles and shot sizes
- Articulate at least two reasons why rehearsals are important during the pre-production phase
Prerequisite
Prerequisite subject is
- Mise-en-scene